Management Systems International (MSI)
Management Systems International (MSI) is a global international development firm based in Washington, D.C. providing specialized short- and long-term technical assistance. Today, it has over 100 projects under management worldwide and its technical expertise has been expanded to include implementation of a range of analytical and field projects in democracy and governance, economic growth, organizational capacity building, education, and natural resource management. At the beginning of 2008, MSI joined Coffey International, Ltd., a global multi-disciplinary professional services organization with offices in 20 countries around the world. MSI became a part of Coffey International Development (Coffey ID), one of several divisions which comprise the Coffey Group. Together, we aspire to create extraordinary outcomes for our clients, our staff and the communities in which we work. For more information on MSI, please visit our website at www.msiworldwide.com.
Closing date: 04 Dec 2009
Location: Afghanistan
Project/Proposal Summary:
This multi-year USAID-funded project will work closely with Afghan government agencies and nongovernmental organizations to institute reforms that will increase public sector accountability and transparency. Reforms will be undertaken in public procurement, internal and external audit and control, government ethics, and instituting an anticorruption commission.
Position Summary:
The Chief of Party will work closely with government officials and NGO and think tank groups to manage the day-to-day operations of the project and interface with USAID, USG and other donor officials.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for day to day project management
- Implement and oversee technical assistance to reform procurement system, internal and external audit procedures, government ethics and a new anticorruption commission.
- Manage the staff and subcontractors.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated technical expertise in anti-corruption, and substantial experience on overseas legal, judicial and/or anti-corruption programs;
- Prior experience as a Chief of Party or equivalent on USAID funded projects;
- Previous work experience in Afghanistan, Iraq or similar environments;
- Degree in management, economy, finance, law, political science or other related field; advanced degree preferred;
- English fluency required;
- Strong inter-personal and communication skills, including public speaking and presentation abilities;
- Excellent team-building and networking skills.
How to apply
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
To apply, please visit our website: www.msiworldwide.com
Reference Code: RW_7XHN7C-29
